Steering Column Tilt Head Housing Replacement

Steering Column Tilt Head Housing Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 21854-01 Pivot Pin Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the tilt spring.
3. If necessary, remove the linear shift assembly.
4. Remove the ignition switch and lock housing.





5. Remove the pivot pins (1) using J 21854-01.





6. Pull the tilt arm in order to disengage the steering wheel lock shoes from the dowel pins (2) in the steering column support assembly.





7. Remove the steering column housing assembly (1).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the steering column housing assembly (1).





2. Using the tilt lever, position the lock shoes to the dowel pins (2).
3. Rotate the tilt head assembly (1) in order to align the holes for the pivot pins.





4. Install the 2 new pivot pins by performing the following steps:
1. Lubricate the pivot pins (1) with, GM P/N 12346293 (Canadian P/N 992723).
2. Press the pivot pins (1) until the pins are firmly seated.
3. Stake the pivot pins at three new locations (1).
4. Install the ignition switch and lock housing.
5. If necessary, install the linear shift assembly.
6. Install the tilt spring.
7. Enable the SIR system.